Development Director

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Maryland.

📋 Description

• Raise funds and nurture both corporate and individual relationships within the Maryland, Delaware, and Eastern Shore regions.

• Identify avenues to enhance engagement across corporate partnerships, commercial co-ventures, special events, and individual contributions.

• Achieve or surpass designated revenue targets.

• Develop and implement comprehensive fundraising strategies.

• Oversee event planning, logistics, and execution.

• Create innovative strategies to enhance corporate partnerships, individual giving initiatives, and special events.

• Design and execute moves management strategies for major donors and corporate partners.

• Analyze fundraising metrics and donor trends to facilitate data-driven decision-making.

• Build and sustain a portfolio of high-value corporate partners and individual donors.

• Foster relationships with C-suite executives and community leaders.

• Collaborate with volunteer leadership to leverage their networks and expertise.

• Mentor and provide strategic guidance to members of the development team.

• Work in conjunction with program, marketing, and operations teams.

• Manage the annual development budget and allocate resources effectively.

• Provide consistent forecasting and variance analysis.

• Develop key performance indicators (KPIs) and monitor progress towards goals.

• Ensure adherence to fundraising regulations and NKF policies.

⛳️ Requirements

• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in nonprofit fundraising or sales.

• Proven success in corporate partnerships, special events, and individual contributions.

• Established leadership in the logistics and execution of major fundraising events.

• Demonstrated history of securing five- and six-figure gifts/partnerships.

• Experience in managing and expanding a multi-million-dollar development portfolio.

• Strong financial acumen coupled with budget management experience.

• Strategic thinker with an entrepreneurial mindset.

• Results-driven with a strong sense of accountability.

• Ability to navigate complex organizational landscapes.

• Passionate advocate for health equity and patient care.

• Proficient in donor databases and the Microsoft Office Suite.

• Must possess impeccable integrity, trustworthiness, tact, discretion, and professionalism.

• Ability to maintain effectiveness under pressure.

• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as necessary, pending prior approval.

• Willingness to travel, including overnight stays, as required.

• Must hold a valid driver’s license, insurance, and reliable transportation.

• CFRE certification or relevant advanced degree is preferred.

• Prior experience in healthcare or medical research fundraising is preferred.

• Familiarity with planned giving programs is preferred.

• Knowledge of the philanthropic landscape in the DC metro area is preferred.

• Proven success in managing and mentoring development staff is preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Remote position with the flexibility to work across Maryland, Delaware, and Southern Maryland.

• Flexible evening and weekend work as required.

• Travel, including overnight trips, as necessary.